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Personal Bests (2)
Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result |
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7 Bridges Marathon & 4 Bridges Half Marathon | Marathon | Raleigh, TN | Oct 15, 2023 | 6:57:17 |
Lost Dutchman Marathon | Half Marathon | Apache Junction, AZ | Feb 20, 2011 | 2:02:47 |
Future Races (9)
Race | Distance | Location | Date | Paid |
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Berlin Marathon | Marathon | Berlin, Germany | TBD | |
Des Moines Marathon | Marathon | Des Moines, IA | TBD | |
Goteborgsvarvet Marathon | Marathon | Goteborg, Sweden | TBD | |
Grandma’s Marathon & Garry Bjorklund Half | Marathon | Duluth, MN | TBD | |
Knoxville Marathon | Marathon | Knoxville, TN | TBD | |
TCS New York City Marathon | Marathon | Staten Island, NY | TBD | |
Quad Cities Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Moline, IL | TBD | |
Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon Weekend | Marathon | Minneapolis, MN | TBD | |
Wineglass Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Bath, NY | TBD |
Past Races (5)
Race | Distance | Location | Date | Result | My Raves | My Performance |
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Columbus Marathon & Half Marathon | Marathon | Columbus, OH | Oct 19, 2024 | |||
7 Bridges Marathon & 4 Bridges Half Marathon | Marathon | Chattanooga, TN | Oct 15, 2023 | 6:57:17 |
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Lost Dutchman Marathon | Half Marathon | Apache Junction, AZ | Feb 20, 2011 | 2:02:47 |
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Tucson Marathon (1969–2021) | Half Marathon | Oracle, AZ | 2006 | 2:15:39 |
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Tucson Marathon (1969–2021) | Half Marathon | Oracle, AZ | 1999 | 2:03:06 |
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7 Bridges Marathon & 4 Bridges Half Marathon
First marathon and what not to do
7 Bridges Marathon & 4 Bridges Half Marathon
For a first marathon for a first-time marathoner, this was a really well done marathon for a beginner. There were hills and changing urban terrain. There were aid stations that … MORE
For a first marathon for a first-time marathoner, this was a really well done marathon for a beginner. There were hills and changing urban terrain. There were aid stations that were well stocked with water, Gatorade, GU gels, candy, and fruit. You ran over bridges and along the shoreline of the river. The weather was perfect race conditions. I would definitely do this race again.
There were some negatives, but very few. The course markings were not the best as I took a wrong turn before Mile 5. There was no indicator of a right or left; I was supposed to go left and went right. There were mile markers, but I would have appreciated K markers as I time my nutrition and hydration by K’s instead of miles. There were portopotties along the course, but I would argue that there should have been more as there was some waiting to use them. If you’re trying to run a PR and have some GI issues, then it’s good to know that you can find a place to go. There were long stretches of course that did not have potties and I was forced to use the woods as I could not hold it any longer. It’s not a big deal for me, but if you are not far enough back in the woods, someone could think you’re doing something you shouldn’t be doing.
This is a good race for beginners as well as BQers as it is a Boston Qualifier.
*Note:* your GPS might be off or the race needs to be USATF certified. My watch clocked 28.03 miles and I stopped it just after crossing the finish line.
UPDATE 11/03/2023: This race is certified. Here is the link: https://certifiedroadraces.com/certificate/?type=m&id=2070. My GPS may have been unreliable in this instance as the distance is certified.
Lost Dutchman Marathon
I remember a flat course
Lost Dutchman Marathon
This race was a long time ago, but I remember it as flat and fast. It was the perfect temp: not too cold, but not warm. Swag could have been … MORE
This race was a long time ago, but I remember it as flat and fast. It was the perfect temp: not too cold, but not warm. Swag could have been better, but it was the half instead of the full. Would definitely run it again, though.
Tucson Marathon (1969–2021)
Long time ago, but fond memories
Tucson Marathon (1969–2021)
Tried to go under 2 hours, but had a lot on my mind and had a terrible pre-race meal. Only half where I walked part of it. Almost always perfect … MORE
Tried to go under 2 hours, but had a lot on my mind and had a terrible pre-race meal. Only half where I walked part of it. Almost always perfect racing conditions
Tucson Marathon (1969–2021)
Long time ago, but fond memories
Tucson Marathon (1969–2021)
Well run, but still arrive early to get the bus to starting line Wear tights or warmups while you wait for the start; there are buses that store your gear … MORE
Well run, but still arrive early to get the bus to starting line
Wear tights or warmups while you wait for the start; there are buses that store your gear bag that you can retrieve after the race
Some snacks available at finish.
Downhill for the last 5k; uphill for the last 400-600m.